Friday, August 07
Aamir Khan's 'Sitaare Zameen Par', his first film since 'Laal Singh Chaddha' faces a challenging box office journey. Early international pre-sales are slow, with ticket sales significantly lower than Khan's previous hits like 'Dhoom 3'. The film's success hinges on positive word of mouth, as promotional material hasn't generated the expected buzz, and it releases on June 20th, 2025.
Shah Rukh Khan humorously addressed religious expectations at his wedding reception, joking about Gauri converting to Islam to ease family whispers. He emphasized that religion should not impede love, a principle upheld in their home where religious differences are never discussed. Their children identify as Indian, reflecting the couple's commitment to unity over religious division.
Zayed Khan recently reminisced about his experience working with Aishwarya Rai in the 2005 film 'Shabd'. He confessed to being a long-time admirer since her Miss World days, even keeping her photo in his locker. Zayed described Aishwarya as graceful and professional, making their on-screen collaboration a dream come true.
Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor married after years of dating and welcomed daughter Raha, who turns three this November. Since Raha’s birth, Alia has been sending her monthly emails filled with memories, planning to gift this “live memory book” to her on her 15th birthday. Alia is now working on 'Love & War'.
Kamal Haasan's 'Thug Life,' directed by Mani Ratnam, is struggling at the box office after a promising start. The film's collections have declined significantly, earning only Rs 29 lakhs on Day 12. Weekday numbers have been consistently low, failing to cross Rs 1 crore since Day 8, with theatre occupancy also reflecting the waning public interest.
Al Pacino, the renowned Hollywood actor, recently had a private audience with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican while filming 'Maserati: The Brothers' in Italy. The meeting, attended by the film's team, centered on shared values between the Catholic Church and the film's themes of family, respect, and social responsibility.
The K-drama 'Good Boy' blends action and comedy, captivating audiences with its unique storyline about retired sports stars fighting crime. Park Bo Gum stars as Yoon Dong Ju, a former athlete turned rookie police officer, showcasing a new side of his acting abilities.
Chitrangada Singh has voiced her disapproval of the harsh criticism celebrities face for undergoing cosmetic surgeries, emphasizing that individuals in the visual medium should have the freedom to enhance their appearance without facing character assassination. She distinguishes between constructive criticism and hurtful online trolling, highlighting the demeaning nature of some comments.
Fashion designer Arthur Folasa Ah Loo, 39, a former 'Project Runway' contestant, tragically died at a Salt Lake City protest. Ah Loo was struck by a stray bullet when two men fired at an individual allegedly brandishing a rifle. Known as Afa, he championed Pacific Island artists and culture through his designs.
Vishnu Manchu’s film 'Kannappa', releasing June 27, 2025, stars Akshay Kumar as Lord Shiva, a role Vishnu believes was divinely chosen. The devotional fantasy-action movie features Prabhas, Mohanlal, and Kajal Agarwal, and will release in multiple Indian languages alongside 'Maa' and 'F1'.
